Caster Semenya’s legal victory is significant for human rights, but doesn’t necessarily mean she’ll be able to compete again – here’s why

Caster Semenya’s legal victory is significant for human rights, but doesn’t necessarily mean she’ll be able to compete again – here’s why

By Fazila Olla 18-07-23 12:19

Olympic athlete Caster Semenya has repeatedly come into conflict with competition rules set out by the athletics governing body, World Athletics (formerly known as the IAAF). These rules require athletes like Semenya, who has what is known as a difference of sexual development (DSD), to reduce their blood testosterone level when competing in a number […]

Gert Schalkwyk

Kaizer Chiefs midfielder: Where is Gert Schalkwyk now?

By Nokuthula Ngcobo 17-07-23 19:16

Gert Schalkwyk is one of the best footballers to ever come of out Klerksdorp in the North West. The former Kaizer Chiefs player is remembered for terrorising defenders and for his diligence on the field of play. ALSO READ: Pirates legend, Chiefs fan: Where is Benedict ‘Tso’ Vilakazi now? TROPHIES, TROPHIES AND MORE TROPHIES AT KAIZER […]

Nick Koster passes away

Former Stormers star Nick Koster passes away at 34

By Craig Lewis 12-07-23 15:36

Nick Koster, who was born in Robertson, came through the Western Province rugby rankings, having made the WP Craven Week side in 2006 and 2007 when he was captain. He was also called up to feature for the South Africa Schools in both 2006 and 2007. The talented loose forward would go on to make […]

Nick Koster

RIP: Bath Rugby mourn the untimely death of Nick Koster

By Mariette Adams 12-07-23 14:47

English club Bath have passed on its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Nick Koster, following confirmation of his death at the age of 34. ALSO READ: RIP — Former Stormers star Nick Koster passes away at age of 34 WHO WAS NICK KOSTER? Nick Koster, who was arguable one of the greatest schoolboy talents the […]

Caster Semenya

Just in: Caster Semenya wins appeal on testosterone rules

By Nokwanda Ncwane 11-07-23 12:40

The European Court of Human Rights has ruled in favour of South African Olympic Champion Caster Semenya regarding her testosterone levels. Semenya was barred from participating in Olympics and in 2021 she filed a lawsuit in the European Court of Human Rights challenging restrictions of testosterone in female athletes. Semenya refused to take testosterone-lowering medication […]

Kolisi press conference

Siya’s Kolisi’s documentary wins award at Tribeca Film Festival

By TheSouthAfrican.com 06-07-23 17:12

Tebogo Malope’s Film, RISE: The Siya Kolisi Story, has won big at the popular film festival called The International Tribeca Film Festival in New York. KOLISI’S RISE The documentary, which delves into Kolisi’s inspiring rise from humble beginnings to becoming the first black captain of the South African national rugby team, has captivated audiences with its powerful […]

Thulani Serero

Will Kaizer Chiefs finally sign Thulani Serero?

By Siseko Gwegwe 04-07-23 13:08

Kaizer Chiefs may finally sign Thulani Serero, but Mamelodi Sundowns are reportedly showing some interest in the 33-year-old midfielder. ALSO READ: Former Chiefs star earning R2 million per month ALSO READ: Former Chiefs star – ‘I didn’t have a girlfriend for two years’ KAIZER CHIEFS AND MAMELODI SUNDOWNS TARGET THULANI SERERO Having spent the past decade abroad […]

Springbok ad bloopers

WATCH – Springboks ad bloopers reel

By Mariette Adams 28-06-23 19:31

Check out this hilarious blooper reel as the Springboks trip over their words during the filming of South Africa’s official Rugby Championship and Rugby World Cup adverts. As the anticipation for the looming Rugby Championship and the Rugby World Cup starts to build, the Springboks are set to add to the excitement with two broadcast adverts for the two […]

Bongi Mbonambi

Mbonambi: Springboks can handle the heat

By Wade Pretorius 28-06-23 10:50

Springboks hooker Bongi Mbonambi has no fear regarding the country’s huge expectations heading into a thrilling international season. With the team entering the international extravaganza as the defending champions and the excitement building for the global showpiece, expectations are high, but Mbonambi said it was something the side embraced. MBONAMBI HAPPY TO DEAL WITH SPRINGBOKS […]

Kaizer Chiefs two senior players exit talks

Chiefs in exit talks with two of their ‘senior’ players

By Ernest Makhaya 27-06-23 12:37

Kaizer Chiefs are in talks with two of their ‘senior’ players over their smooth exit from the club ahead of the new campaign. ALSO READ | KAIZER CHIEFS HINT AT KHAMA BILLIAT STAY Austin Dube and Cole Alexander have not been regulars under Arthur Zwane, and they are clearly not part of the plans for next season. However, the duo […]

Gabadinho Mhango

Is former Pirates star moving to SuperSport?

By Siseko Gwegwe 26-06-23 13:04

Some moves don’t work out at all. One example seems to be the former Orlando Pirates star Gabadinho Mhango at AmaZulu. ALSO READ: Former Chiefs star gets Swallows job ALSO READ: Zwane bemoans Chiefs injuries SUPERSPORT UNITED TO SIGN GABADINHO MHANGO? Things change a little bit fast in the month of June. Mhango was linked with Kaizer […]

Khama Billiat

Khama Billiat might stay with Kaizer Chiefs

By Ernest Makhaya 23-06-23 17:24

Kaizer Chiefs talisman Khama Billiat‘s future has been in the headlines since towards the end of last season but it looks like it has been sorted. ALSO READ | STUART BAXTER CONFIRMS DEAL IS OFF FOR ORLANDO PIRATES STRIKER Billiat’s current deal with Amakhosi expires on 30 June, but it appears the club has offered him a contract extension. At […]

SuperSport United

SuperSport United takes unwanted Kaizer Chiefs midfielder

By Ernest Makhaya 22-06-23 19:21

SuperSport United have acquired the services of unwanted Kaizer Chiefs midfielder who was released on Thursday afternoon. JUST IN | KAIZER CHIEFS CONFIRM MIDFIELDER’S DEPARTURE Phathutshedzo Nange‘s contract with Chiefs was set to expire on 30 June, and with a week to go before then, the club announced his exit. Now, according to UnplayableZA, Nange has already put pen to […]

Kaizer Chiefs two senior players exit talks

Is the Chiefs striker moving overseas?

By Siseko Gwegwe 22-06-23 16:55

After just a single season in Kaizer Chiefs colours, Caleb Bimenyimana could be moving on from Naturena. ALSO READ: Watch video – Chiefs players return to work at Naturena KAIZER CHIEFS STRIKER BIMENYIMANA MOVING? Some players are meant to stay for a short while at certain clubs. According to iDiski Times, the 25-year-old Burundian has attracted […]

Orlando Pirates star retires

Orlando Pirates: Former star retires at 33

By Ernest Makhaya 22-06-23 11:19

A former Orlando Pirates star has officially announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 33. ALSO READ | ORLANDO PIRATES SLAYER RETURNS TO LEAD BAFANA BAFANA IN COSAFA CUP Thandani Ntshumayelo will no longer be searching for a new club or accept offers, bringing to an end a career he kicked started in 2009. Ntshumayelo played […]

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi

An update on Kolisi’s injury

By Eliot Mahlase 21-06-23 14:41

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says he’s feeling positive as he continues to recover from knee surgery. The former Sharks man hopes to be back on the field in one of the team’s Rugby World Cup warm-up games before the global showpiece kicks off in September. Kolisi suffered a knee injury back in April during a […]

Jean Kleyn

Why Ireland-capped Jean Kleyn can play for the Springboks

By James Richardson 14-06-23 12:31

The Springboks surprised a few by calling up Jean Kleyn for their Rugby Championship squad leaving some wondering how this was possible. Kleyn was a big star for Munster in their United Rugby Championship campaign and had some in Ireland calling for his return to the national team squad. ALSO READ: Springboks legends set to be […]

Rachel Kolisi New York

Rachel Kolisi reveals why she is in New York

By Alicia Naidoo 12-06-23 13:24

Rachel Kolisi, the wife of Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, revealed that she is in New York for the screening of Rise: The Siya Kolisi Story at the at the Tribecca Film Festival — via an Instagram post on Monday 12 June. ALSO READ: ‘Last minute.com’: Rachel Kolisi jets off to New York RACHEL KOLISI REVEALS WHY SHE IS IN NEW […]

Senzo Meyiwa murder trial

Senzo Meyiwa murder trial postponed to 17 July 2023

By Nokwanda Ncwane 12-06-23 13:00

The trial of the five men accused of killing Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa has been postponed to 17 July 2023. The matter was scheduled to sit from Monday, 12 June to Thursday, 15 June and will no longer proceed as Presiding Judge Tshifhiwa Maumela was not available due to ill health ANOTHER DELAY IN […]

Ashleigh Buhai

South Africa’s Ashleigh Buhai wins LPGA’s ShopRite event

By Garrin Lambley 12-06-23 10:45

South Africa’s Ashleigh Buhai, the reigning Women’s British Open champion, fired her second consecutive six-under par 65 on Sunday to win the ShopRite LPGA Classic by one stroke. ALSO READ | 2023 US Open golf: Why so few South Africans? The 34-year-old from Johannesburg, who began the day three off the pace, finished 72 holes on 14-under 199 at Seaview in […]

Os du Randt

Rugby World Cup 1995: Where are they now – Os du Randt

By Mariette Adams 09-06-23 14:48

South Africa unforgettably won the 1995 Rugby World Cup on home soil – now 28 years ago. Where are the Springbok heroes today? SA People takes a look at what has happened to the heroic starting Springbok XV that memorable day at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, and here we pay tribute, prop Os du Randt, […]

Francois Pienaar 1995 Rugby World Cup

Rugby World Cup 1995: Where are they now? – Francois Pienaar

By Wade Pretorius 08-06-23 09:54

South Africa unforgettably won the 1995 Rugby World Cup on home soil – now 28 years ago. Where are the Springbok heroes today – Francois Pienaar? The 1995 Rugby World Cup captain is one of the game’s most recognisable figures following the Springboks triumph. Pienaar made his provincial debut for the then Transvaal in 1989 before […]

Cheslin Kolbe Stormers

Cheslin Kolbe: Stormers release a key statement

By Craig Lewis 07-06-23 15:05

Last month, Toulon have ended months of speculation by confirming that Cheslin Kolbe will be released from his contract at the end of the season. Kolbe added: “I would like to thank the Club, my team-mates and all the supporters for the opportunity given to me to play in Toulon during these two seasons and which […]

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